Samuel Buckland Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available through reservenevada.com. Camping limit of 7 days within a 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 3:40PM PDT until July 21 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible due to thunderstorms. * WHERE...A portion of west central Nevada, including the following area, Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, urban areas, burn scars, and areas near steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deeper monsoonal moisture combined with daytime heating will produce scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Slower moving storms could redevelop over similar areas, increasing the risk for heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Samuel Buckland Campground sits within Fort Churchill State Historic Park, home to the adobe ruins of a U.S. Army fort built in 1860 to protect early settlers and Pony Express riders. The campground is named after Samuel Buckland, who homesteaded this valley in 1859 and operated a way station along the Carson River Trail, providing supplies and safe haven to travelers, emigrants, and soldiers. The 20 campsites are shaded by large cottonwood trees along the Carson River, offering a peaceful retreat in the high desert of Lyon County. Sites can accommodate tents, travel trailers, and motorhomes up to 45 feet, with many pull-through options available. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill. Water spigots are distributed throughout the campground, though not at individual sites. Vault toilets serve the camping area, and a dump station is located near the campground entrance. Recreational opportunities include exploring the preserved fort ruins, hiking the nature trail, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing along the Carson River. The park's visitor center provides historical exhibits about the fort's role in the Pony Express era and early Nevada settlement.
Directions
From US Route 50, take US Route 95 Alternate south for approximately 8 miles. The park entrance is on the west side of the highway.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| ftcsp@parks.nv.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 577-2345 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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